Indirect Objects

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What is an indirect object?

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An indirect object is a noun or pronoun that receives the direct object in a sentence. It answers the question 'to whom?' or 'for whom?' the action is done.

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Identify the indirect object in the sentence: 'She gave her friend a gift.'

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her friend

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Identify the indirect object in the sentence: 'The teacher told the students a story.'

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the students

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Identify the indirect object in the sentence: 'He sent his mother a letter.'

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his mother

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Identify the indirect object in the sentence: 'They offered me a ride.'

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me

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What question does an indirect object answer?

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An indirect object answers the question 'to whom?' or 'for whom?' the action is done.

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Can a sentence have an indirect object without a direct object?

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No, an indirect object must accompany a direct object.

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Identify the indirect object in the sentence: 'The chef made us dinner.'

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us

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Identify the indirect object in the sentence: 'I bought my sister a book.'

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my sister

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Identify the indirect object in the sentence: 'The coach gave the players some advice.'

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the players